Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1983 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #1983 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
480 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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